Hats off to our local Knights of Columbus organization for winning the Columbian and Father McGivney Awards for 1993-1994.
Representatives of Archbishop Francis P. Keough Council, No. 5263 were presented the awards recently by District Deputy Rick Corriveau on behalf of Supreme Knight Virgil C. Dechant.
These prestigious awards acknowledge local programs that serve families, church, youth and community, along with council members.
Past Grand Knight Jack McLaughlin accepted the wooden plaque and thanked the Knights of Columbus members, whose volunteer efforts and membership drives were acknowledged by the national organization.
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The Arundel High School baseball team is having a baseball card show from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 4.
Come meet Pittsburgh Pirate and former Arundel High pitching star Denny Neagle. Admission is $2.
The school is at 1001 Annapolis Road in Gambrills. Information: (410) 674-6500 Ext. 252.
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Chesapeake Bay Country Wanderers is sponsoring noncompetitive 10K Volkswalk, bike and swim events on Saturday in Severna Park.
The group also is having a day walk and a guided night walk through neighborhoods decorated for the holidays.
The walks will start at Folger McKinsey Elementary School, 175 Arundel Beach Road.
For a brochure on all the events, call Ira Winkler at (410) 647-2196 before 9 p.m.
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The O'Malley Senior Center will offer the 55-Alive Mature Driving Course from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday and Friday.
This two-day course was designed by the American Association of Retired Persons to help older drivers improve their driving and accident-prevention skills. Insurance rates may be reduced upon completion of the course (insurance companies vary).
An $8 fee covers the text and materials. A check or money order, payable to A.A.R.P., must be submitted before the first class. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The senior center is at 1275 Odenton Road in Odenton. For information or to register, please call 222-6227 or 621-9515.
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Thursday night, the residents of the Crofton Convalescent Center will receive a little holiday cheer
as the Crofton branch library takes its holiday story time on the road.
Families are invited to meet at the convalescent center, at the intersection of Reidel Road and Route 424, at 7 p.m. Bring a dozen cookies to share and your singing voice.
For more information, call the library at 222-7371.
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The Howard L. Turner American Legion Post 276 is having a Christmas party for the children of members at 2 p.m. Sunday.
A party sign-up sheet is in the lounge. All children 10 and under must be present to receive a gift. Party organizers ask that each child share the holiday spirit and bring a donation of canned goods for needy families. Older children are welcome to attend for refreshments and entertainment. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information, call Margaret Parker at 766-0710.
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The Nichols-Bethel United Methodist Youth Fellowship has a list of hard-working teens in the area to aid you in the holiday season.
You receive a spare set of hands, some baby sitting, pet care, lawn care or snow shoveling. And the teens get some holiday spending money. The rates are reasonable and the young people work hard.
For information, call the church office at (410) 674-2272.
If you have news or information about a community activity, call Vicki Wellford at 672-3479.